Use CSV files and Ansible loops to efficiently bulk-create Cisco ACI objects. This article includes a CSV-to-ACI starter playbook and a 6-minute lab demo.
Cisco ACI Automation With Ansible: CSV-to-ACI Ansible loops Read More »
Explore the key differences between EPG Out and BD Out in Cisco ACI. Learn when to use each method for optimal ACI L2 connectivity in your data center.
Cisco ACI L2 Connectivity Guide: EPG Out vs. BD Out (L2Out) Read More »
Explore ACI security deployment and policy enforcement to enhance Data Center protection with Cisco ACI’s efficient strategies.
ACI Security Deployment & Policy Enforcement Master Guide Read More »
Learn Cisco ACI and STP interaction to prevent L2 loops. A practical guide to mastering network stability and avoiding common pitfalls.
Cisco ACI and STP Interaction Made Simple: Avoid L2 Loops Read More »
Cisco ACI Virtualization made simple with VMware vDS. A step-by-step master guide for seamless Cisco ACI VMM integration.
Master Guide to Cisco ACI VMM Integration With VMware vDS Read More »
Preparing for a Cisco ACI role in professional services? This ACI interview questions guide covers essential interview Q&A to help you stand out.
ACI Interview Q & A: For Professional Services Role [2025] Read More »
What are the BGP path attributes? How do they influence the BGP path selection process? How do BGP inbound and outbound route policies work?
BGP Path Attributes: Your BGP Path Selection Master Guide Read More »
In this video article, we will unravel the details of ACI packet encapsulation and explore the specifics of the ACI packet format within the Cisco ACI fabric.
The Ultimate Guide to ACI Packet Encapsulation and Format Read More »
This CCIE Data Center workbook is designed to help you prepare for the CCIE DC LAB exam, offering practice questions focused on VXLAN EVPN topics.
Your Ultimate Free CCIE Data Center Workbook for VXLAN EVPN Read More »
Learn what VLAN types Cisco ACI has. How are they different? What is the ACI VLAN scope, and how does it affect the EPG deployments in the ACI fabric?
ACI VLAN Types and Scopes Explained: The Ultimate Guide Read More »
The ACI AEP is one of the essential access policies required in any ACI deployment. I explained the AEP in a simple and clear way with a LAB demo.
The phantom RP is the RP redundancy mechanism for PIM-Bidir. In this video article, I explain the PIM phantom RP with a lab demo using Nexus switches.
PIM Phantom RP Demystified: Why and How to deploy it? Read More »
In this video article, I briefly explain the Cisco ACI Data, Control, and Management planes. Let’s unravel the ACI protocols.
Cisco ACI Underlying Protocols (Data, Control & Mgmt Plane) Read More »
What is Bidir PIM? Why does it matter? How does it work? In this video, I demystify Bidir PIM with a LAB demo in Nexus switches.
Bidir PIM in Simple Steps: How It Works With A LAB Demo Read More »
What is BFD? How does BFD work? What are the key features of BFD in Cisco NX-OS? How to implement BFD in Cisco Nexus switches?
BFD in NX-OS: Simple Steps For Fast-Track Failure Detection Read More »
